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The Lay Out: Susurros Del Corazón /
The infinity pool at Susurros Del Corazón’s five-bedroom villa, Sol.
About 45 minutes from the Puerto Vallarta Airport in Punta De Mita, Mexico, Auberge opened up a new property in November 2022 – Susurros Del Corazón.
Inspired by 1960s Acapulco, the mid century modern build has huge circular windows and stonework throughout the resort’s 59 rooms and suites and 30 villas. Although it’s still resort-y, it manages to beat the big box allegations and all-inclusive formulaic hotel commonness.
Three pools cascade down to an 1,850 square foot private beach with unobstructed views and plenty of direct sun, which is what we’re here for – the lay out. And, they’re designated for different energies, one is meant to be for families and kids, another for adults only and the final prioritizes relaxing.
I put a lot of weight in the way things feel – emotionally, mentally, physically, perhaps even spiritually. The texture of the tiles of the pool felt divine, even luxurious, in a way I’ve never really considered it could. Kind of like a song that pops up on shuffle and just enhances whatever it is you’re doing, these deep blue tiles strikingly offset the neutrals of the resort and allow the tropical landscape to stand out. They. Feel. Expensive.
Much like the tiered layout of the three pools (think Wi-Fi signal emblem from an aerial view), each one has a bit of stepped seating perfect to lounge partially submerged in the water, which is my favorite part of the experience. Yes, there are private cabanas, plenty of lounge chairs and one pool even has three canopy beds, but enjoying a couple piña colada on the graduated step is peak relaxation. Two of the three pools also have circular seating, sort of like the pool’s version of a conversation pit.
In addition to the resort pools, Susurros Del Corazón’s villas each have private infinity pools. (There’s a video here in my IG reel.) During my time there, we stayed in their expansive 7,885 square foot, five-bedroom, six bathroom casita with an additional living room area and two sets of washer and dryers. The roof had an extra outdoor kitchen, dining and lounge area with a jacuzzi that overlooked the cliffs, but it was floor to ceiling, sliding glass doors that open from the main living, dining and kitchen space (and in the second floor bedrooms) to the combo infinity pool and jacuzzi that takes your breath away. Same tiles, same intentional seating, just this pool offered us complete privacy and the freedom to listen to the latest Tems project that released during our stay on loop.
Where to sit:
The best way to enjoy Susurros Del Corazón is barefoot with a cup of their cinnamon spiked, Mexican coffee at the villa’s infinity pool sitting on the divider between the jacuzzi with the waves rolling into the cliffs below and your girlfriends floating on the tubes beside you. However, nearly any seat at the pool or beach offers plenty of sun and an umbrella for when you need a break.
What to order:
I love a good piña colada and theirs is great, but they also offered the virgin version, known as a piñata, for anyone cutting back or simply sober. Ceviche and candied mango are the perfect poolside snacks.
Why you should go:
Luxury, peace, and it’s still new enough to be a really attractive blank slate. (And, it’s not overrun by TikTokers or cruise couples.)